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Exclusive Photos: First Look at Annie at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright
Goodspeed Musicals presents the 50th anniversary production of Annie, running now through December 27, 2026 at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, CT. The Tony-winning musical made its pre-Broadway premiere at The Goodspeed in 1976 and now makes its triumphant return to the stage where it all began.. (more…)
 

Video: Rosamund Pike Is Ready to Give Broadway ‘All the Feels’ in INTER ALIA by Sam Anctil Following a critically acclaimed, sold-out run at London’s National Theatre and in the West End, Inter Alia is preparing to make its Broadway debut! Rosamund Pike will reprise her Olivier Award-winning performance in Suzie Miller’s acclaimed play, directed by Justin Martin. Watch in this video as the company shares more about bringing Inter Alia to Broadway.. (more…)

Video: Watch Every Disney on Broadway Dance on DANCING WITH THE STARS by Michael Major Watch videos of Heather Headley, Michael James Scott, Sherri Shepherd, Kyra Belle Johnson, Rodney Ingram, and more joining the cast of Dancing With the Stars for Disney on Broadway performances, with Cynthia Erivo serving as a guest judge.. (more…)

Video: Watch More Highlights From the RENT 30th Anniversary Concert by Michael Major Highlights from Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, which raised $4,571,464 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and featured original cast members alongside alumni. Watch the video now!. (more…)

Photos: JOHNNY DEPP Makes Surprise Appearance as EBENEZER Scrooge in New York City by Rachel Stone Johnny Depp appeared in character as Ebenezer Scrooge at Bryant Park in New York City, where he tore down holiday decorations and toppled a Christmas tree. The appearance promotes EBENEZER, a Paramount Pictures film directed by Ti West.. (more…)

Photos: Lauren Holly Stars in WHAT IF, with Casting Set and AFM World Market Premiere Ahead by Rachel Stone Penguin Pictures has completed principal photography on WHAT IF, a family drama directed by Lindsay MacKay and starring Lauren Holly, Leanne Melissa Bishop and Hugh Thompson. Lon Haber & Co will present the film with first-look footage at AFM.. (more…) Photos: Cynthia Erivo, Adrian Brody & Anna Wintour Visit SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY by Bruce Glikas Jocelyn Bioh’s School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play is in its final weeks of performances at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Whitney White, the production stars Denée Benton, Patina Miller and Jasmine Amy Rogers. Since opening night, the play has welcomed many celebrity guests, including Cynthia Erivo, Adrian Brody, and Anna Wintour. Check out photos from backstage here.. (more…) Photos: WAITING FOR LEFTY Celebrates Opening Night at CSC by Jennifer Broski ​Classic Stage Company just celebrated opening night for Clifford Odets’ Waiting for Lefty, with original music and arrangements by Yeller Tooth, choreography by Susan Misner, and direction by Steven Pasquale in his directing debut. Check out photos from the opening night celebration here.. (more…) Photo: HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Welcomes Historian Dr. Rebecca Erbelding To The Stage by Stephi Wild Dr. Rebecca Erbelding, the historian whose discovery of the Höcker Album inspired the Pulitzer Prize finalist play, was welcomed to the stage at the Broadway run’s first preview. Delia Cunningham, making her Broadway debut, played the role in the production at the Barrymore Theatre.. (more…) Photos: Joey Fatone Says Goodbye to & JULIET at Planet Hollywood NYC by Bruce Glikas Following a series of appearances in & Juliet, Joey Fatone is finally saying goodbye to Lance. The *NSYNC star recently played his final performance at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. Check out photos from inside his closing party at Planet Hollywood NYC here.. (more…)

THE LOST BOYS Partners With New York Blood Center For Halloween Blood Drive
by Stephi Wild
New York Blood Center and the Broadway production THE LOST BOYS held a blood drive at the Palace Theatre in Times Square on Halloween eve, collecting 49 donations. Donors were entered to win tickets and signed memorabilia, and the partners raised more than $4,000 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.. (more…)

Helen Merrill Award for Playwriting Recipients Revealed
by Stephi Wild
The Helen Merrill Award for Playwriting has announced this year’s recipients. The prize honors playwrights, and the grants are made possible by the New York Community Trust.. (more…)

Disney Theatrical Group Senior Publicist Dennis Crowley Steps Down
by Stephi Wild
Disney Theatrical Group senior publicist Dennis Crowley has stepped down from his role after 18 years. Learn more about Crowley’s career and his credits here.. (more…)

Josh Sharp to Return to Soho Theatre With Two Sam Pinkleton-Directed Shows in 2027
by Stephi Wild
American comedian Josh Sharp will present AN HOUR OF CROWD WORK IN THE ROUND at Soho Theatre Upstairs and a one-night performance of TA-DA! at Soho Theatre Walthamstow. Both shows are directed by Sam Pinkleton.. (more…)

JAMES BROWN THE MUSICAL Will Host Open Casting and Production Calls Ahead of Atlanta World Premiere
by Stephi Wild
Producers of JAMES BROWN THE MUSICAL announced open casting and production calls for performers, musicians, creative professionals, production staff, and backstage crew ahead of its world premiere in Atlanta. The musical is co-written by Deanna Brown-Thomas and Jeremy E. Cormier.. (more…)

Sam Norman and Eliza Randall to Receive 22nd Annual Fred Ebb Award
by Stephi Wild
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Roundabout Theatre Company announced Sam Norman and Eliza Randall as recipients of the 22nd annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters. Bebe Neuwirth will present the $75,000 prize at 54 Below in New York.. (more…)

Theater Critic Frank Rich Will Release ‘Papering the House’ Memoir
by Stephi Wild
Theater critic Frank Rich will release a new memoir, titled ‘Papering the House.’ Learn more about the upcoming book and find out how to pre-order it here.. (more…)

Carbonell Awards Sets Livestream Lounge Tickets for 49th Annual Ceremony at FAU
by Stephi Wild
The Carbonell Awards announced tickets are available for a livestream lounge viewing the 49th annual ceremony at FAU’s University Theatre in Boca Raton. Legends Radio 100.3FM sponsors the lounge.. (more…)

Alley Theatre Names Tasha Criss CFO, Julie Fancher General Manager, Courtney Luff CHRO
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Houston’s Alley Theatre revealed leadership appointments, promoting Tasha Criss to chief financial officer and naming Amber D. Gray, Michael Locher and Bradley Michalakis associate artistic directors.. (more…)

Apollo Theater Names Billy Mitchell Ambassador and Senior Curator of Community Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The Apollo Theater has named Billy Mitchell, known as ‘Mr. Apollo,’ to the new role of Apollo Ambassador and Senior Curator of Community and Cultural Engagement, recognizing six decades with the Harlem institution.. (more…)  

Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from October 2026
by Team BWW
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this October 2026 edition, touring productions are out in force. We bring you an exclusive first look at Aliya Grace as Betty Boop in the BOOP! THE MUSICAL North American tour, set for 50 weeks on the road, plus exclusive performances from the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING tour.. (more…)

Influencer Goes Viral for Getting Onstage at WICKED to Take Selfie, Says She ‘Saw the Opportunity’
by Michael Gioia
An influencer with more than 500,000 followers sparked debate regarding theater etiquette after she was pictured onstage at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre taking selfies following ‘Wicked.’. (more…)

GRAND HOTEL Workshop Underway With Norbert Leo Butz, Austin Scott & More
by Michael Major
A new production of Grand Hotel is currently being workshopped, now in its second week, featuring Norbert Leo Butz, Elizabeth Stanley, Beth Malone, Douglas Sills, Austin Scott, Michael Maliakel, and more.. (more…)

Dates, Creative Team, and More Set For WEST SIDE STORY Revival at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild
The National Theatre will stage a revival of WEST SIDE STORY in its Olivier theatre, directed by Marianne Elliott and Miranda Cromwell with Jerome Robbins’ original choreography. Tickets go on general sale from midday on 12 November 2026.. (more…)

Danny Burstein, Jason Alexander, and More to Release Character Actors Book ‘Nights at a Round Table’
by Stephi Wild
Seventeen character actors who bonded over their dinner gatherings are welcoming readers to their table, sharing never-before-told personal stories, reminiscences, advice, jokes, and old Hollywood lore in the new book ‘Nights at a Round Table.’. (more…)

Jordan Luke Gage’s REDCLIFFE to Transfer to the West End

by Stephi Wild

Bill Kenwright Ltd and Paul Taylor-Mills announced that Jordan Luke Gage’s musical REDCLIFFE will transfer to the Criterion Theatre in the West End for a 12-week run. Gage will reprise his role as William Critchard.. (more…)

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